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The Frog in the Well
by Alvin Tresselt Roger DuvoisinBy Caldecott Medal winners Alvin Tresselt and Roger Duvoisin, The Frog in the Well is the charming tale of a brave frog who beats his fears and explores the worldOnce upon a time there was a frog who lived at the bottom of a well. The well was the frog’s whole world, until the day the well ran dry and the bugs began to disappear. What was happening to the world, the frog wondered, and what could he do? The hungry frog decided he must hop to the top of the well to see what he could of the end of the world. Conquering his fear, he peered out, and what did he see? Trees, flowers, meadows, marshes, and all kinds of end-of-the-world creatures! Entranced, the little frog ventured forth to find out more about the world outside his own. Based on a classic Chinese fable, and written and illustrated by the Caldecott-winning Alvin Tresselt and Roger Duvoisin, The Frog in the Well is a charming tale of one brave frog and his journey into wisdom.
The Frog with Self-Cleaning Feet: . . . And Other Extraordinary Tales from the Animal World
by Michael BrightDid you know that an ostrich egg can make an omelet for ten people? How about that crocodiles have the world's most powerful bite, yet their mouths can be held shut by a man's bare hands? Or that box jellyfish are the most venomous creature in the world, and they're almost impossible to see?Wild animals do the most extraordinary, and sometimes frightening, things. Some are exceptionally bright, using tools and even treating themselves with medicinal plants. Others are devious, using chemical warfare and theft to get what they want. Then there are slackers, like the sloth, which only moves up to 125 feet a day, and the overachievers like the Arctic tern, which migrates over forty-four thousand miles every year! Discover: The squid with eyes as big as dinner platesThe termite assassin bugThe largest rodent you hope to never find in your cupboardAnd the frog with self-cleaning feet! If you've ever wanted to know why a zebra has stripes, or which animal is the most dangerous, has the loudest voice, boasts the longest tongue, or is the most mysterious, The Frog with Self-Cleaning Feet is here to reveal the curiosities of nature. Packed full of entertaining surprises and unusual information, you may not believe your tiny, human-sized eyes.
The Frog with the Big Mouth
by Teresa Bateman Will TerryIn the rainforest, where Argentina meets Brazil, a frog with a very big mouth catches an enormous fly. Impressed with himself, he sets out along the path to find someone else to amaze. "I've eaten the biggest FLY in the whole world!" he brags. "Don't you wish you were ME?" The Frog with the Big Mouth brags to a toucan, a coati, and a capybara. (None of whom have eaten enormous flies--too bad!) And then, wanting to brag just a little longer, he comes across a large speckled creature with sharp teeth--it's a jaguar. Guess what jaguars like to eat? Teresa Bateman's comical retelling, accompanied by Will Terry's vibrant artwork, will leave children asking for more. A note contains additional information about the South American rainforest animals in the story. Versions of this story appear all over the world, but the real big-mouthed frogs, nicknamed Pacman frogs, live in South America. The author lives in Washington State. The illustrator lives in Utah.
The Froggies Do NOT Want to Sleep
by Adam GustavsonPrepare for a different kind of bedtime book--a zany, imaginative adventure to send your little froggies off to dreamland. Not since David Wiesner's Tuesday have frogs had so much fun!Why go to bed when you can play the accordion, dance underwater ballet, and hold burping contests with strange alien lifeforms? For every kid who ever came up with an outlandish excuse for why it can't be bedtime yet, these froggies' antics will delight and entertain. Acclaimed illustrator Adam Gustavson's raucous authorial debut shows parents there's more than one way to do bedtime.
The Frogs And Toads All Sang
by Arnold LobelPresents a linked collection of ten short stories in rhyme featuring frogs, toads, and polliwogs.
The Frog’s Golden Water
by Adam Altman Caroline WhelanSkippy has enjoyed swimming in the pond's golden water his entire life. But now the golden sparkle has disappeared, so Skippy and his friends must find out what happened and return to pond to its former splendor. Come join Skippy on his adventure of discovery in his charming story.
The Frost Festival (Itty Bitty Princess Kitty #11)
by Melody MewsItty is invited to judge the ice sculpture competition at the Frost Festival in this eleventh Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter book.The Frost Festival only occurs every five years in Lollyland. And not only has Itty been invited, she&’s been asked to judge the big ice sculpture competition! Itty and her best friend, Luna Unicorn, enjoy ice skating, sledding, and other snowy activities at the festival until it&’s time for Itty to judge. But before the competition can even begin, there&’s an argument between two ice sculptors. One is convinced that the other stole his carving tool! Can Itty find the missing ice pick—and find a way to settle the argument? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on every page, the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
The Frost Walker's Wolf: An Unofficial Minecrafters Novel (Unofficial Animal Warriors of the Overwo #1)
by Maya GraceThe First Book in an Exciting Series of Adventures for Minecrafters!Wolves howling. That’s all Ella can hear, even through the obsidian walls of her grandmother’s mansion. It’s as if the wolves are calling to her, begging her for help. Do her cousins, Rowan and Jack, hear it too? <p><p> Grandmother warns that the Overworld is full of deadly mobs, but Ella knows she has to go. As she braves the Overworld, she discovers her special gift—her ability to communicate with animals. And she gathers clues about the mother she never knew. But as Ella battles to save the wolves, she realizes that she is in grave danger, too. <p> Soon, the cousins will not only learn what happened to their parents, but also learn of the danger facing them all. They’ll need to call on their special gifts—and their animal friends—to fight back.
The Frozen Wish (Hatchimals)
by Kay WoodwardCrack into this magical chapter-book series based on Hatchimals, the best-selling toy! Ava and Oliver are back in Hatchtopia, where the Hatchimals are excited for a fantastic fireworks display. The problem is, all of Hatchtopia has suddenly become frosty and cold, and the fireworks display can't happen unless it's sunny! And since Wishing Star Waterfall has frozen over, no one can wish away the snow either. Follow along as Ava and Oliver search for a way to melt the waterfall and end their visit with a bang!This book also contains exclusive collector cards featuring four fun CollEGGtibles!
The Fruit Fly Fauna (Diptera : Tephritidae : Dacinae) of Papua New Guinea, Indonesian Papua, Associated Islands and Bougainville
by Richard Drew Meredith C RomigThe book is a taxonomic treatise of the tropical fruit flies of Papua New Guinea, Indonesian Papua, associated islands and Bougainville, the region of the world where speciation in the sub-family Dacinae has been most prolific. The book aims to provide readers with an updated record of all known species of Dacinae that occur in this geographic area including descriptions of 65 new species out of an entire list of 296 known species covered. It provides a discussion on the evolutionary origins of the Dacinae and a key to the genera and sub-genera recorded in the Australian-Pacific Region. Further, the major pest species and their biosecurity risks to other countries are discussed. Extensive field research by the authors and colleagues over many years has resulted in the accumulation of advanced knowledge of the tropical fruit flies in this region. - Records 296 known species - Descriptions and artwork of 65 new species - Discusses the evolutionary origins of the Dacinae - Provides a key to the genera and sub-genera in the Australian-Pacific A key reference for researchers of taxonomy, ecology and pest management in the family Tephritidae worldwide. Useful for biosecurity and horticulture workers in Agriculture Departments within government administration and universities around the world.
The Full Moon at the Napping House
by Audrey Wood Don WoodIn the wide-awake bed in the full-moon house, everyone is restless! The moonlight is pouring in and no one can get to sleep: not Granny, her grandchild, the dog, the cat, or even a mouse. It's not until a tiny musical visitor offers up a soothing song does the menagerie settle down, and finally everyone is off to dreamland. With a perfectly crafted text and stunning paintings, Audrey and Don Wood reveal once again why they are picture book creators of the highest order. The Full Moon at the Napping House, the highly anticipated follow-up to their beloved classic The Napping House, is the ideal book to share at bedtime or anytime.
The Funny Bunny Factory (G&D Vintage)
by Adam GreenDiscover a treasure trove of beautifully illustrated books with G&D Vintage! Featuring books from our Wonder Books line originally published in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, there's something for every reader in these timeless stories with classic illustrations.When hundreds of adorable bunnies make an abandoned factory their new home, they discover treasures like sugar eggs, penny candy, toys, and party hats. But one little bunny isn't interested in any of these discoveries...until he finds carrots!
The Fur Person
by May SartonThis is a delightful story about a cat who follows the ten commandments of being a Gentleman Cat. He adds the eleventh commandment about being a Fur Person. All cat lovers will relate to the cat in this story.
The Fur Person [Illustrated Edition]
by May SartonIncludes 10 illustrations by Barbara KnoxA delightful, whimsical tale--one of the most popular books for cat lovers ever written.May Sarton's fictionalized account of her cat Tom Jones's life and adventures prior to making the author's acquaintance begins with a fiercely independent, nameless street cat who follows the ten commandments of the Gentleman Cat--including "A Gentleman Cat allows no constraint of his person, not even loving constraint." But after several years of roaming, Tom has grown tired of his vagabond lifestyle, and he concludes that there might be some appeal after all in giving up the freedom of street life for a loving home. It will take just the right human companion, however, to make his transformation from Cat About Town to genuine Fur Person possible. Sarton's book is one of the most beloved stories ever written about the joys and tribulations inherent in sharing one's life with a cat.
The Furball Files
by Jan AdkinsMax has a new pet rat, Furball! When Furball begins to act a little strangely, Max reaches out to Dr. Pett, a veterinarian. As they exchange emails, Max shares odd symptoms that seem unbelievable!
The Furry Animal Alphabet Book (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaThis fact-filled text with richly-detailed illustrations introduces not only the alphabet but also the wonders of the mammal world.What mammal jumps ten feet high to avoid hungry lions?What monkey almost always gives birth to twins?What mammal has a nose so large that it has to be moved out the way just to eat?What mammal has eyes that are bigger than its brain?Jerry Pallotta and Edgar Stewart deliver an intriguing book which will fascinate young children.
The Furry Detectives (Amy Wild - Animal Talker)
by Diana Kimpton[From the back cover:] "Amy Wild has a secret--she can talk to animals! Amy and her animal friends turn detective when things start going missing on the Island. They soon discover there's a furry thief at work, but can they catch the culprit before anything else is stolen?" There are more books about the girl who talks to animals in the Bookshare library including: The Secret Necklace, The Musical Mouse, The Mystery Cat, The Great Sheep Race and The Star-Struck Parrot.
The Further Adventures of Blackjack: The Champion Morgan Horse (Morgan Horse Series #7)
by Ellen F. FeldThe Further Adventures of Blackjack, the seventh book in the Morgan Horse series, takes the reader to the exciting world of Morgan Horse shows. Heather and Blackjack have had an awesome show season and this could be the year that they get to go to Oklahoma to compete in the Grand National and World Championship Morgan Horse Show! But travel from New England to Oklahoma is quite expensive, especially with a 1,000-pound animal. In order to pay for the 1,500 mile trip, Heather will have to make a very difficult decision, a decision that will involve one of her beloved horses. There is also a lot that can happen on a four-day trip across the United States with 15 frisky horses cramped into a large horse van. Award-winning author Ellen Feld has been involved with horses her entire life. Her Morgan Horse series has twice won the coveted Children's Choices award, an honor bestowed jointly by the International Reading Association and the Children's Book Council. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband, two children, ten horses, and assorted other pets.
The Further Adventures of Hank the Cowdog (Hank the Cowdog Series, #2)
by John R. EricksonHank the Cowdog is striken with a terrible case of "Eye-Crosserosis" and only the mysterious Madame Moonshine can help him.
The Further Adventures of Koko and Moochee (Little Dog Koko #1)
by J. R. HardinKoko and Moochee are once again in danger from their old nemesis Stewart. Stewart is fleeing the scene of a robbery when he spots the two dogs being walked. The thief vows to put an end to Koko and Moochee for sending him to prison for two years. The dogs are chased from their home when Stewart and his two bungling henchmen try to abduct them. Koko and Moochee are lost in the woods with no food or shelter and bad men searching for them. The dogs realize the only way they can be safe again is to send Stewart back to prison. But how are they going to capture the thieves and recover the stolen jewels? The dogs are aided by an unexpected friend in the form of a Siamese cat named Tango. Tango finds the dogs amusing and enjoys the excitement from hanging around with Koko and Moochee. The story is an action packed adventure filled with suspense and comic situations.
The Further Adventures of Miss Petitfour (The Adventures of Miss Petitfour)
by Anne MichaelsFor fans of Mary Poppins, heroine Miss Petitfour and her feline friends return for more flights of fancy in this cozy, charming collection of illustrated stories. Miss Petitfour enjoys having adventures that are "just the right size" for a "single, magical day." With her sixteen cats and the aid of a tablecloth as a makeshift balloon, Miss Petitfour soars — which is to say, she rises high in the air and flies — over her charmingly eccentric village, encountering adventures along the way. One never knows where the wind will take her in this delightfully seasonal collection of magical outings: perhaps to the aid of dearly loved friends and neighbors, including a hapless handyman and an onion-loving baby, or to a coconut-confetti parade, or in search of keys, lucky charms or even simply the perfect tablecloth for her next flight. A witty, whimsical, beautifully illustrated collection of tales that celebrate language, storytelling and all the pleasures of life, large and small!
The Further Adventures of Wiggles and Wag
by John NelsonIn this heartwarming adventure, Wag helps Wiggles learn the importance of teamwork and caring for others.When Wiggles takes on a challenging chore he&’s unsure about, he discovers he&’s capable of more than he ever imagined.Join them on a fun-filled journey of friendship, growth, and surprising achievements!
The Further Tale of Peter Rabbit (Peter Rabbit)
by Emma ThompsonEmma Thompson celebrates 110 years of Peter Rabbit by giving us a brand-new tale! Celebrate 110 years of Peter Rabbit with a new, original tale written by Oscar-winning actress and screenwriter Emma Thompson and based on the original tales by Beatrix Potter. In this story, Peter's adventures take him beyond the boundaries of Mr. McGregor's garden and all the way to Scotland! With 72 pages of beautiful text and illustrations, this hardcover picture book, which includes an audio CD of the story narrated by the author, is sure to become a classic--and a collector's item!
The Future Role of Dwarf Honey Bees in Natural and Agricultural Systems
by Dharam P. AbrolThe future role of dwarf honeybees in natural and agricultural systems provides multidisciplinary perspective about the different facets of dwarf honeybees. The role of dwarf honeybee Apis florea assumes utmost importance in the context of pollinator decline throughout the world threatening stability of ecosystems and global food security. Apis florea is a low land species of south Asia extending more to the west than other Asiatic Apis species. It is an important pollinator of crops in hot and dry agricultural plains. The book is first of its kind which deals in details on varied aspects of Apis florea biology, management, conservation strategies for protecting biodiversity and enhancing crop productivity. The book aims to promote a large, diverse, sustainable, and dependable bee pollinator workforce that can meet the challenge for optimizing food production well into the 21st century. Features: Apis florea provides source of livelihood in mountainous areas and marginal farmers. This book will for the first time present the beekeeping from the perspective of agricultural production and biodiversity conservation An excellent source of advanced study material for academics, researchers and students and programme planners Excellent pollinator of tropical and subtropical crops fruits vegetables etc less prone to diseases and enemies Covering the latest information on various aspects of Apis florea biology, this book brings the latest advances together in a single volume for researchers and advanced level students This book will be useful to pollination biologists, honeybee biologists in entomology departments, students, teachers, scientists of agriculture, animal behaviour, botany, conservation, biology, ecology, entomology, environmental biology, forestry, genetics, plant breeding, horticulture, toxicology, zoology, seed growers and seed agencies and shall serve as reference book for students, teachers, researchers, extension functionaries and policy planners.
The Future of Amazonian Aquatic Biota
by Samara Silva de Souza Susana Braz-Mota Adalberto Luis ValThe aquatic habitats of the Amazon region are subject to natural daily and seasonal variations in the physico-chemical properties of the water. The organisms that inhabit these habitats have developed adaptations to cope with these natural events. However, human-induced environmental changes are threatening ecosystems and affecting biodiversity at all levels of biological organization by causing drastic changes in climatic conditions in a shorter period of time, without giving organisms time to adapt. In this sense, the book addresses the future of aquatic organisms in the Amazon, including bacterial symbionts, insects, crustaceans, fish, plants, and amphibians, and provides an overview of what the future of biodiversity in the Amazon will look like, both in terms of organisms' adaptations to natural changes and in terms of vulnerability and responses to human impacts, highlighting possible mechanisms to minimize the expected impacts. The book also provides a brief overview of the risks that climate change poses to livestock, strategies for the sustainable use of species in the Amazon region and the impact of climate change on fish diseases.